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JAPAN QUIZ CHAMPIONSHIP 2026
A Comprehensive Japan Knowledge Competition for Vietnamese University Students
(1) Registration Period: 09/10/2026– 08/11/2026
Please register through this link: Registration to Japan Quiz Championship 2026
(2) Regional Qualifying Rounds:
| Northern Region | Hanoi University | 12/12/2026 (Saturday) |
| Central Region | University of Foreign Languages Studies – The University of Danang | 13/12/2026 (Sunday) |
| Southern Region | University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City, Linh Xuan Campus | 19/12/2026 (Saturday) |
(3) Final Round | Hanoi University: 28/02/2027 (Sunday)
A COMPREHENSIVE JAPAN KNOWLEDGE COMPETITION FOR VIETNAMESE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
The Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam is organizing the “Japan Quiz Championship 2026” for university students nationwide for the first time.
The competition covers a wide range of topics, including Japanese geography, history, society, culture, arts, language, popular culture such as anime and music, as well as Japan-Vietnam relations. Competing teams will challenge one another to determine the trio of students with the most comprehensive knowledge of Japan.
Each team consists of three students currently enrolled at the same university. Team members may come from different faculties, majors, and academic years.
“Leave the Japanese-language questions to me!”
“History and society are my strong suits!”
“Anime and music are my area of expertise!”
Three members with different strengths can come together and form a truly formidable team!
The language of the competition is Vietnamese. Some questions, however, will test participants’ knowledge of the Japanese language or require answers to be given in Japanese. Therefore, teams with Japanese language proficiency will have a certain advantage. Nevertheless, students who do not know Japanese are also welcome to participate. As long as you are interested in and passionate about Japan, you can take on the challenge regardless of your field of study.
The Regional Qualifying Rounds will be held in Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City, featuring a variety of question types and competition formats, including True/False questions, buzz-in questions, four-option multiple-choice questions, topic-selection questions, and questions based on audio or visual materials. The top-performing teams from each regional round will advance to the Final Round in Hanoi.
Most notably, the champion team will be awarded the opportunity to visit Japan!
In addition, a variety of attractive prizes will be presented to participating teams and those achieving outstanding results.
So, which university will claim the championship title in this memorable inaugural edition of the competition?
Gather your friends, form a team of three, and take on the challenge of conquering your knowledge of Japan together!
■ Competition information_________
1. Organizer: The Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam
2. Co-organizers: Hanoi University University of Foreign Language Studies – The University of Danang University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City
3. Nominal supporter: Embassy of Japan in Vietnam
4. Sponsors:
- Japan Airlines Vietnam
- Kokuyo Vietnam Trading Co., Ltd
- Nippon Notebook Vietnam Company Limited
- Hotel Nikko Hai Phong
5. Purpose of the Competition: The competition is organized to provide Vietnamese university students with an opportunity to challenge themselves and apply their knowledge of Japan in an engaging and intellectually stimulating environment. Through the competition, participants are encouraged to develop a greater interest in the Japanese language, Japanese culture, and Japanese studies. At the same time, the event aims to foster a proactive learning spirit and strengthen connections among university students.
6. Eligibility Requirements: Teams meeting all of the following requirements are eligible to register for the competition:
(1) As of 1 October 2026, all team members must be undergraduate students enrolled at a university or higher education institution in Vietnam.
(2) Each team must consist of three (3) students enrolled at the same university.
※ Team members are not required to belong to the same faculty, major, or academic year.
(3) Team members must have an interest in Japan and be able to participate on the scheduled competition date(s).
※ The competition includes several questions related to the Japanese language. Therefore, each team is encouraged to have at least one member studying Japanese; however, this is not a mandatory requirement for participation
7. Team Composition: One team consists of three (3) members.
※ A university may register multiple teams.
8. Language of the Competition: Vietnamese.
※ However, some questions require answers in Japanese.
For more information, visit HERE to see details.
For inquiries on the competition, please contact:
The Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam
27 Quang Trung, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam
(0)24 3944 7419 – Ms. Yen (136) / Ms. Nguyen (127) / Mr. Nakagawa (109)
https://www.facebook.com/japanfoundation.vietnam/ https://hn.jpf.go.jp/
